Head of System Engineering Verified today
About the role
ReOrbit is seeking a Head of Systems Engineering to lead the systems engineering team and drive the end-to-end architecture of next-generation satellite platforms. You will own system requirements integrity, align technical domains, and foster cross-functional collaboration across the organisation.
What you will do
- Lead end-to-end system engineering for space and ground segments with unified architectural vision.
- Define technical direction and drive system-level decision-making across all programs.
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing, multi-location systems engineering team.
- Own and maintain requirements integrity from customer needs through system, subsystem, and verification levels.
- Manage system budgets (mass, power, data rate, performance, margins) throughout the lifecycle.
- Coordinate system-level efforts across Payload, AOCS, Propulsion, Flight Software, AIT, Operations, and related domains.
- Establish systems engineering processes, workflows, and standards for distributed teams.
What you need
- Proven leadership in systems engineering teams for multiple spacecraft programs that reached orbit.
- Full lifecycle expertise from early design to in-orbit validation, including long-lifetime missions (LEO/GEO).
- Hands-on application of ECSS-E-ST-10C and related ECSS standards in real-world projects.
- Practical experience with the NASA Systems Engineering Handbook (SP-6105).
- Leadership in system-level V&V and IV&V activities.
- Expertise in trade-offs, feasibility studies, and architectural decision-making under constraints.
- Ability to translate customer and operational needs into clear system requirements.
- Strong communication skills across engineering teams, management, and external stakeholders.
- Deep understanding of satellite subsystems and their interactions.
- Experience with satellite-level testing and validation.
- Production-oriented mindset with focus on scalability and delivery.
About ReOrbit
ReOrbit builds the foundation for next-generation space applications by transforming satellites into intelligent, interconnected platforms defined by software. The company develops in-house software, procures hardware from best-in-class suppliers, and integrates components to create flexible and secure satellites. ReOrbit is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland with subsidiaries in Bristol, UK and Bariloche, Argentina.
Working at ReOrbit
ReOrbit fosters an inclusive, dynamic environment where equality and diversity are core strengths. The company offers challenging work, an ambitious network of people motivated to change the space industry, lunch vouchers, occupational health care, additional health insurance, team events, and relocation support.
Security clearance may be required for this position and will be conducted in accordance with applicable law and company policies.